Tim Hortons IPO - Please Stay AwayTaking into account their high price to sales ratio, limited growth potential, and a first day run-up that I am expecting; I would advise you to stay away from this IPO. "You Can Be a Stock Market Genius" suggests investing in Spin-Offs, given that they historically have outperformed the broad market by about 10%, but only after researching the company thoroughly. From the research that I have done and presented thus far, I don’t see Tim Hortons yielding results reminiscient of Spin-Offs as a whole, I actually see them underperforming in the first year following their IPO.
Google Finance - Late to the PartyIf you haven’t already heard, Google rolled out their own Finance site today to rival that of Yahoo’s and Marketwatch. Unfortunately, I must say that I am rather unimpressed by this offering, Google's innovation appears to be slowing with every new site roll out.
Dear GM - For the Sake of Your Existence, Please Don't Sell GMACIf GM decides to sell General Motors Acceptance Corp., they will be declaring bankruptcy in the future, simple as that. General Motors should not be seen as an auto maker, but rather as a financier with an automotive division attached to it.
In the past, GM as a whole has been able to make money, even while their automotive operations suffered. The profits from their financial arm have surpassed these losses in GM’s better days. Unfortunately, their manufacturing losses have been far too steep lately and their obligations to employees too great, calling their future into question. Despite management’s assurances that bankruptcy will not be declared, all other signs suggest that it is imminent. If GM decides to sell GMAC, their fate may as well be sealed.
China's Energy Plan to Reduce Its Dependence Upon CoalChina struggles to sustain its GDP while hoping to resolve its environmental issues. Reforms are now sweeping China to address coal mine deaths and air pollution. The Chinese are expanding their coal bed methane projects as a way to solve both problems.
Exchange Traded FundsExchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have been one of the hottest trends in the stock market for the last few years. They have many advantages that both traders and investors should consider.
Should You Wait On Volume Before Buying A Stock?Sure volume is important, we'd love to see a price breakout, confirmed by volume, it's got a much better shot at sticking. But I will not hesitate to buy a breakout on lousy volume any more.
The Australian Mortgage IndustryThe strong Australian mortgage industry is highly competitive, bringing unparalleled deals to first-time home buyers.
IRS Attacks 401k Part-time Employee Exclusions and Your Determination Letter is UselessThe IRS issued the February 14, 2006 Quality Assurance Bulletin ("QAB") dealing with 401k plan exclusions of part-time, temporary, and seasonal (A.K.A. "part-time") employees.
SPX & SMH: Negative BreadthBearish technical indicators in the stock market.
Rising Commodity Prices Causing New Turmoil through the Mining SectorThe two-decade long bear market drove many geologists, and other qualified technicians, out of the mining sector. Drilling companies went bankrupt. With a commodity bull market steaming full speed ahead, many mining companies are suffering labor and equipment shortages.
Online Investments for Making Best Use of Your MoneyIn this article we talk about online investments but before that we talk about the meaning of an investment and a investment company. In simple, investment means purchase of an asset or some other thing that will provide benefit in terms of income.
What is Value Investing?A value investor looks at what value investing is and isn't. He contrasts value investing with other forms of investing such as growth investing and contrarian investing.
Cold Sectors: Why Utilities and Cyclical Stocks May Be In Trouble - March 17, 2006You ever heard the phrase 'I'll know it when I see it?' That's kind of how I feel at the moment about sectors. I don't know which industries I'm in love with right now, but I know of a couple that don't even have a shot at getting me interested.
How to Make a Fortune This Year!All of your life you have been waiting for an opportunity where you can make a fortune. Just think of it, no more debt. No more bill collectors calling and no more working for that idiot of a boss. Your ship has finally come in.
Real Estate Equity Partners - Cash or Credit for PreConstruction Investment DealsFortunately, one can still participate in PreConstruction Investment opportunities, even if they only possess Cash or Credit, but not both. No problem. One can partner-up to fulfill the missing piece of the success puzzle. Then once the profits are actually realized they are spilt up accordingly. This is a win-win proposition for both the novice and seasoned professional investor. This type of arrangement is quite logical for someone looking for above average returns on their investment dollars, leverage or limiting their risk exposure.
International Funds Supply Zesty ReturnsShould you put some salsa in your portfolio? International markets provided some of the best gains in 2005, and are off to a roaring start in 2006 as well.
An Inside Look at Cameco's Smith Ranch Uranium FacilityThis week, the spot price of uranium rose to $40/pound, for the first time since Ronald Reagan was president. That should help grow the uranium business in Wyoming by leaps and bounds. In Part 5, we look at the largest U.S. uranium producer, Cameco-owned Power Resources.
Seven Mainstream Fallacies about Investing with Self Directed IRAsWith the current downturn in the stock market and the likelihood that interest rates will remain low in the long term, there has been considerable interest in investing self directed 401(k) or IRA funds in real estate.
Do You Want to Know More about Certificates of Deposit?Do you want to know more about Certificates of Deposit? You need to call Swiss Trust Bank for a more informal discussion.
Dow 100,000?People make value not things!
Naked OptionsThis article discusses the concept of Naked Options and why the risk does not compensate for the reward.
Investing vs. Trading - What's the Difference?There is a question which is sometimes asked by those new to the financial markets, and even occasionally debated by experienced participants. That question is how one differentiates between trading and investing. Because both trading and investing - when one considers them from the perspective of the financial markets - are performed in very similar fashions, they are often thought of as interchangeable actions.
America's Nightmare: When Do We Awaken?When reading The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, I wish it were a dream. Symbols of economic uncertainty, cultural chaos, and ethnic frenzy prompt a longing for better days. What is happening to America?
Trading Versus Investing: How to Beat Wall Street Every Day of the WeekTrading stocks is a key component of your investment strategy. But smart investors know that trading is NOT "investing", and that investing is not what you might think. This article unlocks a few of the mysteries behind how the stock market works, and insights into how you can outperform the market through intelligent trading.
Option Trading Explained – In Layman TermsExplaining Option Trading In Layman Terms.
Forex Trading Success – Win More Than You Lose!Learn how to trade the FOREX market successfully.
Wyoming Could Play A Key Role in U.S. Nuclear FuturePart Four in the Wyoming Uranium Series. Will the Wyoming Uranium Province Rival Canada’s Athabasca or Australia’s Northern Territories?
Beating The Market With Covered CallAs turnaround investors, a lot of times we have to wait. Turnaround investors basically buy investment in distressed companies at distressed price hoping that the company can right the ship and turn itself around. Once it happens, turnaround investors will be rewarded handsomely for their faith in the company. Would it be nice if we can get paid while waiting for the company to turnaround? As a matter of fact, we can!
(MT) $2000 A Day With A $50 Trading Float - What is the Holy Grail of TradingLike the Knights of the Round Table, novice traders often search diligently to find their own Holy Grail, the perfect indicator(s) that will lead them to fabulous trading successes. It is the silver bullet that will slay the market for them. But, searching for this elusive Holy Grail will only waste hours upon hours of your valuable time and nobody will write legends about you.
HYIP: Playing It RightMention anything that could lead to High Yield Investment Programs and people will listen. There are good HYIP’s and there are bad. Anything that is good has always attracted the wrong people.